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Masada, Ein Gedi, and The Dead Sea from Tel Aviv
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Masada, Ein Gedi, and The Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

By Tourist Israel
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Discover some of Israel’s memorable highlights on a one-day tour that transports you to Masada, the Ein Gedi nature reserve, the Dead Sea, the Jordan River. You’ll have plenty of free time to explore each destination, whether you’re strolling Masada’s ruins or soaking up the sun on a Dead Sea beach.
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Ages 1-99, max of 30 per group
Duration: 9h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Tour Israel’s historic and natural sights, from Masada to Ein Gedi
  • Combines convenient transport with independent exploring
  • Enjoy the view while someone else drives
  • Travel in the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle

  • All transportation in air conditioned vehicles
  • Guide
What's not included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Entry fees at Masada (76 NIS approx.), Ein Gedi (29 NIS approx) & Dead Sea beach (35NIS approx)
  • Entry/Admission - Masada National Park
  • Entry/Admission - En Gedi Nature Reserve
  • Entry/Admission - Dead Sea

Get an early start as you leave Tel Aviv for the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea region, making the day’s first stop at Masada, an ancient fortress set high on a natural plateau. Ascend Masada by cable car, and then return to the vehicle and continue to Ein Gedi, where you’ll have time for a short hike through the desert oasis.  Next, enjoy some sun and salt at a private beach on the mineral-rich Dead Sea, with otherworldly views across the lowest place on earth. After a full day of exploring, this tour concludes with drop-off at your original departure point.

Start:
  • Kaufmann St 2, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
    Israeli Textile Center, Kaufman Street 2 (Corner of Shenkar & Kaufman St)
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26254P5

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26254P5

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    • Kaufmann St 2, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
      Israeli Textile Center, Kaufman Street 2 (Corner of Shenkar & Kaufman St)
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    • Tourist Israel
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      Joined in June 2014
    • B3994EIdavidf
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      Horrible people that treat others with disrespect they feel like us Americans are their private army. Third world at best I will never go back
      Written 25 August 2024
    • Robertduanedennis
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      Excellent, safe, and fun tour of Galilee
      Max did great as a guide and our driver was safe/professional. The guide, Max was sensitive to my wife's disabilities. Max was multilingual too, knowing both Spanish and Russian, as do I. This was helpful, as I didn't need to translate to Spanish for my wife. He could speak directly with her. The tour was great also because I preferred to relax and let someone else drive for a day. We felt safe and cared for as well, given the current conflict situation. The tour was timely, fun, and educational. It was a pleasure to experience what Israel's northern Galilee region had to offer. We came to Israel to volunteer, as well as for sightseeing. We came to stand with Israel in this difficult time, and felt safe and fulfilled in doing so.
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    • adamdavidh
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      High Energy Fun. Amazing Guide. Highly Recommend!
      ATV Desert Buggies in the Negev was amazing! The machines were fabulous and our guide - Daniel - was amazing. We had SO much fun. We went for 2 hours, but next time we will take a longer trek. He took us on an amazing ride around the crater - served the best homemade cold tea ever and explained how the crater was formed with greater clarity than I've ever heard. Was absolutely very high energy and fun - but completely safe. Kids had an amazing time! We will absolutely be back and highly recommend!
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    • eschleuning
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      Our guide was great and the sites were spectacular. He gave us a wonderful historical perspective and told us several interesting stories relevant to the sites we saw. The driver was also excellent.
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    • WanderWideWorld
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    • scottwK4854ZU
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      Transfer from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem
      Taxi ride was a good guy, but he accidentally deleted my pick up so he was an hour plus late. I had to call him to find out where he was. He got there within the half hour after I made the phone call, which was great. He said that a pick up was canceled, but he deleted the wrong one accidentally. We all make mistakes.
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    • mirjams781
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      Very good
      Even though the cable to masada was broken that day we had a Nice alternative. It was a very nice day with lots of beautiful views. A real experience
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    • danielgY5771TT
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      Must see locations
      Merona was a great tour guide! We got to visit and learn about incredible history that is still being made today, see amazing sights and has an all around wonderful day!
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    • danielgY5771TT
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      Must see locations
      All three locations were amazing. The tour requires a fair amount of hiking in Ein Gedi and Masada, but it is absolutely worth it! Driving through the Judean desert is beautiful, floating in the Dead Sea is a unique experience everyone should try. The views in Ein Gedi and Masada are incredible.
      Written 21 June 2024
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      Know the difference between a "tour" and a "transfer"
      Seeing that this is a touring company, I booked what I thought was a private tour to the south with a professional guide. However, they called it a "transfer" and simply provided me with a regular taxi driver at double the price of the open market. Be warned to read the small print and distinguish the difference between a "tour" and a "transfer". To their credit, the service/corresponce with the company was good and the taxi was clean and comfortable with a friendly and safe driver.
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      Do Not Use Them!
      5 days before our trip we have a pc to firm up details & pricing for multiple tours. 2 days later the invoice comes, looks nothing like our discussion & is for $2K LESS than agreed upon. A tour company couldn’t sort (for example) 4 afternoons at $500 per for just 2 people? Their excuse was “the war, people aren’t coming”. My hotel was full of tourists & we met tourists everywhere we went- on our own, in a country where we didn’t speak or read the language. We did use TI for a 3 day Petra tour, which was lovely, but the preparatory comms were abysmal: delayed, unclear, spotty at best. Informed we needed to file docs for entry to Jordan in advance that was only sent to us the night before leaving! After spending 2 frustrating hours online, discovered it was completely unnecessary. Because it was after hours, we called the emergency number provided, to try to get clarification, but no one answered. Find a different tour operator; this one is unreliable & unresponsive.
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    • Departure31187238122
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      This company will take your money and run
      They took an $800 deposit last September 2023 and we were supposed to go this June 2024. They ignored a request for refund since January of 2024 and stopped communication. They are not to be trusted as a true tour company. They possibly do day trips but are not a real company. We will continue to attempt a refund but it looks bleak and they are probably not financially not sound. DO NOT SEND THEM MONEY
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    mikydj73@gmail.com
    2 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2020 • Couples
    We bought our tour direct in agency and they said us was all inclusive. This was a lay. We arrived in the first station and they asked us 200 schicken because was extra für enter inside the rock city. We said: " we spoke in agency yesterday and they said was all inclusive..." Nothing to do and to say. The guide make scene like to calling but the answer was, of course, NO.
    In this casa we had no possibility to call because we have no local sim card. We had to accept and say nothing. Accepting. Other: all good. I think and I suggest in this situation: make a map of tour home and print it. You can sparing a lot of money. We make the same in Jerusalem. Was also good. Enjoy. P.S.: for dead see buy a paar of schoes for the water. Before you pay 50-60 SCH in shop service. Also this nobody said.
    Written 5 March 2020
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    Hi Maps652043, thank you for your feedback. The Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Tour price does not include entrance fees. This is clearly stated ono ur website and in the confirmation email you get when booking. Both of these places also say exactly how much to bring with you in cash. We never claim to include these costs. We also do say in the tour description that you should bring water shoes on the tour. We are sorry if somehow all of this was unclear. Please feel free to contact us at info@touristisrael.com if you would like to discuss any issues with us.
    Written 9 March 2020
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    Sandra Itzel
    Mexico City, Mexico6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020
    Without a doubt, this tour was one of the most beautiful we had in the whole trip. But it wouldn't have been the same without our guide Eli Wolicki; Despite being a long tour, Eli gave due time and importance to each place we visited. His way of explaining was wonderful, his English proficiency impressive and his unique and incomparable way of being; between his jokes and his vast knowledge, the trip becomes a complete delight. Masada is a place full of magic, mystery, beauty. Ein Gedi shows the beauty of nature that Israel has, among its mountains, waterfalls, wildlife and view of the Dead Sea, make this place unique and wonderful. Dead Sea, what can I say? A place I always wanted to go to, the strangest and most unique feeling I've experienced. It is important to say that at all times Eli Wolicki gave us the necessary information before entering each of these places, he even indicated one of the best places to buy dates (which were definitely the best and at an excellent price). Thank you very much Tourist Israel for giving us a beautiful day and next to which I could assure you is one of the best tour guides you have on your team: Eli Wolicki.
    Written 28 January 2020
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    Hi sandraitzel, thank you for reviewing your tour with Eli - it sounds like he really gave you a great tour and an enjoyable day! These sites are definitely must-sees in Israel and we're glad you got to experience them with us!
    Written 29 January 2020
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    kamagates4
    Lacey, WA29 contributions
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    Jan 2020
    Our trip was a very weird experience. The desert gets very little rain every year. The day of our tour, it was actively raining in the desert and the roads to Masada and Ein Gedi were closed due to potential flash flooding on the roads. Our tour guide, Eli, was very quick to call and figure out a game plan for the day. Instead, we went to Jordan River were John the Baptist did his baptismals and also the city of Qumran which was a very interesting cite. Fortunately, we were still able to go to the Dead Sea.

    One part that was mildly frustrating is at the Dead Sea we were told that we would be leaving at 4:30. After just sitting down to get a drink, a fellow traveler on our tour told us that we were leaving almost an hour earlier than planned and to meet upstairs. Our time table was completely thrown off and we weren't able to actually enjoy the one part of our day that was a scheduled stop. We had just gotten out of the Dead Sea and weren't able to enjoy our drinks or do any shopping due to the rushed time table.

    Also, I was disappointed that the tour company did not reach out as our tour was such a strange day. Yes, they found an alternative activity but it wasn't the activity that was planned. They didn't offer to reschedule us or offer anything or even check to see if we were happy with the alternatives. I understand that the weather is not in their control but exceptional customer service is within their control and I don't feel in this instance it was exceptional customer service.
    Written 20 January 2020
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    Hi Katherine G, thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your tour didn't go as planned. As you said, we cannot control the weather, but as we did in this case, we always strive to find an alternative and still provide our customers with an enjoyable experience no matter what. We are sorry if you felt that we did not handle it well. Normally, if we know in advance that a tour cannot run as planned we may cancel it or inform the customers who may then take the tour on a different way if they wish. As this was a last-minute change, there was not much we could do for the group except find an alternative activity. We are glad you still enjoyed the day and were able to go to the Dead Sea. If you wish to speak further with our customer service team about the situation, please don't hesitate to reach out via email to info@touristisrael.com
    Written 22 January 2020
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    MRMB
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    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022
    Check in disorganized. There was no clear direction or instructions.

    Tour guide had to collect entrance fees and spent an hour doing that instead of narrating the trip to Masada. Did very little explanation or history of the area even on the way to the next site or the rest of the day. The hike to the waterfall at Ein Gedi was extremely strenuous. Steep, long climb on rock steps. This guide gave no indication of difficulty or length so we left our water. We'd done many challenging climbs on other tours but we were unprepared for this.
    The sites were beautiful although the guide seemed to feel we had to rush through Masada so we didn't get any time to explore on our own.
    Written 28 November 2022
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    Dear Mark, Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, We're sorry to hear that your expectations of the tour were not met; we're customizing the mechanism we collect entry fees to make it easier and faster. We are sorry to hear that the 1 mile and 150 m climb walk was difficult for you; it is always relatively simple for our travelers regardless of their physical fitness; moreover, our guides always make the distance plain and ask our travelers if they choose to complete the hike or wait and have free time somewhere at Ein Gedi. We hope you enjoyed your trip overall and hope to see you again soon to make your next experience even better. Kindest regards,
    Written 29 November 2022
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    Staci J
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our guide was masterful. Everything shared related to the sites visited.

    Our guide (lemon? Never told us her name so this is what it sounded like when I asked) was great!

    The group was large and we were in the hot desert but she knew the areas and stopped in shaded areas to talk and insured everyone could hear here so non left out

    Highly organized!

    The only drawback to trip was eating. The “bar” is so busy and thus slow that nearly the entirety of the Red Sea time was lost just ordering and getting food (we ordered immediately upon arrival)

    Also appears the buzzers they give you do not work. And food came in three parts with other orders of people behind getting food first if the spoke Hebrew and stood at the receiving counter ( not the tour or guides fault)

    It was so long in fact our guide was not able to order and we had an extra so we shared the extra meal with her and she saved us by helping “push through” our order!

    If not it is 100% likely we would have been one of the first to order and not had time to eat at all!

    Because she helped we had 20m to see the sea and to shop!

    Tour need another place for food that doesn’t consume your

    Otherwise it was an amazing tour! Favorite so far, Thank you
    Written 30 October 2022
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    Hi there, We are thrilled to hear you had an outstanding Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea tour with our guide Limor (tbh Lemon sounds way better :D). We are happy to hear that ordering at the restaurant did not leave a tint on your experience on your trip, Thank you for your good review and we are looking forward to seeing you again soon, Have a nice day!
    Written 2 November 2022
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    Ana C
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2022
    Masada was breathtaking and captivating, the view, the history, simply unforgettable. Although it was quite crowded, I think our guide managed to communicate all the important information he possibly could have. Ein Gedi was a true hike experience, easy enough to do in sandals and refresh your feet (or your whole self :) ) in cute little ponds, added with waterfalls for beautiful pictures. I liked the time to explore for ourselves. I feel a bit sad we didn't spend more time at the Dead Sea, but it was great either way.
    Special thanks to both our driver and guide, both were very pleasant and easy to talk to people.
    Written 28 October 2022
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    Dear Traveler, Thank you for the 5-star review, We are happy to hear you had an unforgettable experience with us at your Masada, in Gedia dm the Dead Sea Tour, thank you for letting us know :)
    Written 2 November 2022
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    Faye Claire
    London, UK84 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our tour guide Ellicia was very organised and knowledgeable on the history on the Masada and en gedi, tour starts early so get a early night as some walking up stairs. I read about the Evis Presley diner stop off and I loved it they give you a cuppa in a real mug you can keep, which is lovely. It is a long day but so worth doing all three in one day. Ending at the Dead Sea was lovely it wasn’t busy as low seasons but next time I will do a day trip just to there for the day as there is a pub and restaurant that’s does the best vegan falafel pitta I’ve ever had. This is a truly great tour with tourist Israel I recommend. Allow for extra tips and entry fees
    Written 13 January 2023
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    Anna P
    London, UK6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020 • Couples
    Our trip to Masada, Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea was amazing. Our tour guide Allan, was organised and had control of the group which made it easier to understand the context of the place. We felt safe and secured, well informed and captivated with the wonders of the events that unfolded in Masada. We were also given a chance to roam around on our own and was given an exact place and time to meet up. Ein Gedi was refreshing and invigorating. The Dead Sea, though we didn’t take the chance to take a dip because of the weather, was still relaxing and enjoyable. All in all a delightful experience and one we would gladly do again.
    Written 17 February 2020
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    Hi 995acp, thanks for your kind review. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Allan and had plenty of time to see all the amazing desert dites. We are sorry to hear that the weather wasn't great for floating in the Dead Sea, but it's still a fascinating place to visit and we hope you'll be able to visit again!
    Written 18 February 2020
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    Lucy B
    Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Couples
    Masada was and Ein Gedi was amazing.

    Dead Sea not sure why the hype, food at Cafe was below average, tour guide should change food location.

    Daniel our tour guide was great and very informative. The bus drive was excellent.
    Written 18 August 2023
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    Thank you for your valuable feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you had a good experience with us :) It is our sincere hope that every traveler has a wonderful time on our tours.
    Written 20 August 2023
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    Elliot
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023
    Our favorite part of the day was putting Dead Sea mud on our skin. In general, the day was very well organized and we stayed on time. Our tour guide, Shimon, was very knowledgeable, funny, and nice. The bus had a small problem, but a new one was provided without any delay. The air conditioning worked well, which was appreciated because of the heat and humidity.
    Written 14 August 2023
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